Technical Development Intern

Responsibilities

• Work with expert teams to design manufacturing processes for mRNA medicines, including synthesis and lipid nanoparticle assembly
• Use laboratory and technical skills to generate experimental results, perform data analysis, and document findings in formal reports
• Participate in the planning, design, and execution of experiments to establish critical process parameters and control strategies
• Perform process scale-up, support technology transfer, and provide manufacturing support at internal and external sites
• Optimize formulation and processing conditions to ensure the stability of mRNA drug products
• Characterize mRNA and lipid nanoparticles through collaboration with analytical teams
• Prepare technical reports and present findings in cross-functional meetings

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field
• Strong fundamental scientific and engineering skills for evaluating experimental data
• Practical laboratory skills applicable to bioprocess development and analytical methods
• Must hold current US work authorization without the need for future sponsorship
• Ability to work onsite full-time in Norwood, MA for the duration of the internship (June 1, 2026 – August 14, 2026)

Preferred Qualifications

• GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of high-performing teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A desire to work in a high-growth, transformational environment

Benefits

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, and volunteer days
• Location-specific perks and extras

About the Company

Moderna is pioneering the development of a new class of drugs made of messenger RNA (mRNA). Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform and the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered.